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The Americas section covers news from across the United States and the wider region, spanning political, healthcare, cultural and diplomatic developments that affect communities throughout the continent. From regulatory reforms and medical advances to international relations and crime reporting, this section encompasses the diverse stories making headlines from the Americas.

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You will find comprehensive coverage of both significant institutional decisions and the individual stories that illustrate their real-world impact. Whether tracking major policy shifts, following diplomatic developments, or reporting on cases that capture public attention, this topic provides insight into what matters to people across the region.

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Midterms with global repercussions

  • Midterms could limit Trump’s domestic agenda.
  • Voters are weighing inflation, energy costs and other concerns.
  • The result may test trust in US democracy and shape foreign policy.

The US midterm elections will test President Donald Trump’s record and could reshape the final two years of his term, with global implications. If Democrats regain control of one or both chambers of Congress, they could block parts of his domestic agenda and potentially pursue impeachment, while events…

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Justice department funds research into gender dysphoria and violent crime in latest anti-trans effort

  • The Justice Department is offering up to $1m for research on gender dysphoria and violence.
  • Experts warn the focus could stigmatise transgender people.
  • Researchers say attackers’ beliefs matter more than a single identity.

The US Department of Justice is offering up to $1m for research into whether people diagnosed and treated for gender dysphoria commit particular kinds of violence. Experts and LGBTQ+ advocates say the focus risks casting suspicion on transgender people and diverting attention from far-right extremist violence, while the…

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‘Nancy Drew’ Star Officially Joins CBS’ ‘Matlock’ Replacement Series in New Sneak Peek

  • Kennedy McMann joins *Cupertino* as Olivia’s friend Celeste.
  • Episode 5 centres on alleged labour abuse at an AI company.
  • CBS is giving the series a special Sunday-night showcase.

CBS is giving its legal thriller *Cupertino* a special Sunday-night showcase as it fills the Thursday schedule gap left by *Matlock*’s delayed third season. Episode 5 introduces Kennedy McMann, known for *Nancy Drew*, as Celeste, an employee drawn into a case alleging wage and overtime abuse by an…

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53 Years Ago Today, Kris Kristofferson Topped the Charts With an Album Whose Title Was Inspired by John Prine

  • *Jesus Was a Capricorn* topped the US country albums chart in 1973.
  • Its title track was inspired by John Prine’s songwriting.
  • “Why Me” became Kristofferson’s only solo No. 1 hit.

Kris Kristofferson’s fourth album, *Jesus Was a Capricorn*, reached No. 1 on the US Top Country Albums chart on 3 November 1973, displacing Loretta Lynn’s *Love Is the Foundation*. The achievement marked a high point in the solo recording career of a songwriter better known for hits written…

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Scrum, foul play, TMO – what can we expect from refs this autumn?

  • Referees will focus on scrums, foul play and TMO decisions.
  • Hip-drop tackles will meet a yellow-card entry point for sanction.
  • Tries rose to eight per international match as kicked penalties fell.

World Rugby will emphasise clearer, more consistent refereeing this November as the Nations Championship returns, focusing on scrums, foul play and the Television Match Official’s role. The changes aim to support a safer, more continuous game while preserving contests at the breakdown and set-piece, amid rising try numbers…

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Libya’s grand mufti urges boycott of Nike clothing over religious symbols

  • Libya’s Dar al-Ifta has ruled against Nike-branded clothing.
  • The fatwa cites religious concerns and alleged support for Israel.
  • It carries no stated legal penalties or government ban.

Libya’s top religious authority has issued a fatwa against buying, selling or wearing clothes bearing Nike’s logo, arguing that it promotes symbols linked to polytheism. It also accused Nike of supporting Israel and urged a boycott, adding to debate about the influence of religious conservatism in public life.…

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US regulator abandons effort to measure factory farm air pollution

  • EPA has abandoned plans to create factory farm air pollution measurement methods.
  • A 2005 industry-backed study produced no usable methods.
  • Critics say the move weakens Clean Air Act accountability.

The US Environmental Protection Agency has ended its effort to develop methods for measuring air pollution from large livestock farms, leaving a long-running route towards Clean Air Act enforcement unresolved. The decision matters because these facilities emit pollutants linked to serious health effects, while critics say the agency…

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Binance faces customer backlash over $6.3bn crypto theft

  • Binance reported a $6.3bn theft, likely linked to North Korean hackers.
  • The exchange said it froze half the targeted funds and would cover losses.
  • Customers withdrew a net $3.6bn as confidence came under pressure.

Binance faced an angry customer response after a reported $6.3bn cryptocurrency theft, which experts said was likely carried out by North Korean hackers. The scale of the loss unsettled investors in US Bitcoin exchange-traded funds and left the exchange facing a major test of customer confidence. Attackers reportedly…

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Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Use AI to Vote

  • Chatbots can give voters inaccurate or outdated election information.
  • Nearly 40 per cent of answers reviewed contained factual errors.
  • Chatbots often cite politically funded “pink slime” websites.

AI chatbots are being used by some US voters to learn about candidates and policies ahead of the midterm elections, but their answers can be inaccurate or out of date. Research cited in the article found errors in election guidance and frequent reliance on politically funded websites, raising…

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Sony Seemingly Winding Down PSVR2 Sales, Gone from USA Store

  • PSVR2 has disappeared from several official Sony stores.
  • UK PlayStation Direct still lists the headset.
  • Third-party listings include prices around $750.

Sony appears to be winding down sales of its PSVR2 headset, which has disappeared from PlayStation Direct in the United States and some other regions. The change raises questions about the future of Sony’s virtual reality hardware, particularly given its limited first-party game support. The headset reportedly began…

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